What is the key difference between the Supreme Court’s original jurisdiction in federal disputes versus its writ jurisdiction?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Federal dispute jurisdiction is exclusive to SC, while writ jurisdiction is concurrent with High Courts.

• Original Jurisdiction (Federal Dispute Jurisdiction):

  • This means that the Supreme Court is the first court to hear certain disputes, such as those between the central government and state governments, or between two or more states. These disputes cannot be heard by lower courts and must be brought directly to the Supreme Court under Article 131 of the Constitution of India.

• Writ Jurisdiction:

  • The Supreme Court has the power to issue writs under Article 32 to enforce fundamental rights. The writ jurisdiction allows the Supreme Court to review cases after they have been heard in lower courts, ensuring that justice is served if there was a legal error or violation of rights. This jurisdiction can be accessed by filing a petition to the Supreme Court.

  • High Courts also have the power to issue writs under Article 226, making writ jurisdiction concurrent between the Supreme Court and the High Courts.

Key Articles:

• Article 131: Grants original jurisdiction to the Supreme Court in federal disputes between the Union and states, or between two or more states.

• Article 32: Gives the Supreme Court the power to issue writs for the enforcement of fundamental rights.

• Article 226: Allows High Courts to issue writs for the enforcement of fundamental rights and other purposes.